Entertainment

Wardrobe Malfunctions and Political Speeches Highlights of Video Music Awards

By Dominique Balcombe (2016), A&E Writer

Social media has to be the root of many problems everywhere, and the Twitter controversy between Miley Cyrus and Nicki Minaj sparked up a live confrontation on stage in front of millions of people at the Video Music Awards on Aug. 30.Either way, the audience that night was left at an awe with such sudden events. Held at the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles with Miley Cyrus as the host, her quirky personal style came out. The audience was enthralled by her jokes and wardrobe malfunctions. In addition to Miley, there were many other amazing performances.One that seemed to stand out the most is an artist that hasn’t been seen on the VMA stage since 2010, Justin Bieber. Bieber performed his brand new single, “What Do You Mean?”, and ended his performance emotionally, publicly bawling on stage. Perhaps he was overwhelmed by being on stage again? Whatever the case, his performance proved to be popular with the crowd. VMA winner, Taylor Swift presented the Vanguard award to Kanye West. West took the opportunity to speak on his ideas and his successful career. However, what got heads turning was the confusing end to his speech. “And yes, as you probably could’ve guessed by this moment, I have decided in 2020 to run for president,” he said. Only time will tell if that statement comes true.